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Diamond Rainbow Colored Sapphire Halo Set Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
surround the excellent emerald cut center diamond, which is in a thin bezel with milgrain detail. 14K White
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hungarian 29.50 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
substantial pierced decorated, rectangular frame displays a stunning feature bezel set 29.50Ct emerald cut
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Early 2000s Hungarian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Garnet Diamond Lavalier Pendant 14k Rose Gold Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Garnet - Emerald Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Red Color - 9.5 x 4.7mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Rainbow Sapphire Art Deco Style Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sapphire, Emerald, or Ruby) is a specialty cut to surround the excellent emerald cut center diamond, which
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 15.66 Carat Peridot and 1.65 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, millegrain decorated and subtly scalloped frame displays a feature 15.66 Ct emerald cut peridot, bezel set to
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Co. Signed 22.41 Carat No Heat Cabochon Ruby and Ruby Bead Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
surrounding the main Ruby - 7 emerald cut diamonds (13-15 carats approx.) Necklace Details: - Tiffany & Co
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2010s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Esmeralda Topaz Necklace, 18K Yellow Gold with 2.05ct Blue Topaz
Located in Greeneville, TN
yellow gold, this stunning necklace features a dazzling 2.05ct natural emerald cut Blue Topaz, paired
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold

EDWARDIAN 1900 Enameled Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Platinum Diamonds Aquamarine
Located in Miami, FL
with six very fine French cushion cuts diamonds. The center of the piece is set up in a millegrain
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Enamel, 18k Gold, Ye...

Alexander Beverly Hills 27.10ct Diamonds by the Yard 18k White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
total. Approximately G/H color and VS1/SI1 clarity. 7 emerald cut diamonds each stone averaging 0.41ct
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Peridot Blue Topaz Citrine Station Necklace 36" - 14k Pear 20.07ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Style: Diamond Cut Figaro Necklace Style: Chain Station Fastening Type: Spring Ring Clasp Features
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Opal Diamond Pendant W/ Gold Chain 3.25 TCW GIA Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inches Pendant Size: 2.1 x 1.6 cm 7 Green Emerald 14 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds on Pendant &
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Pendant w/ Handmade Open Work Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Alexander Beverly Hills 2.52ct Diamonds by the Yard 18k White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite round & emerald cut diamonds by the yard necklace, with dangling diamonds. By Alexander
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round Diamond and Sapphire Double Halo Art Deco Style Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby) is a specialty cut to surround the excellent round brilliant cut center diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hammerman Brothers Plat. Art Deco Style Aquamarine 20.62 Carat 10.55Ct. Pendant
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in New York, NY
workmanship. The platinum deco pendant necklace embraces an impressive emerald cut Aquamarine. The center
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Early 2000s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

1.50CT Diamond Emerald Platinum Antique Art Deco Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set on a 1920's Platinum Curb Chain Necklace with Two Bezel Set Round Old European Cut Diamonds. The
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Temple St Clair Pendant In 22Kt Yellow Gold With Oval Citrines and Moonstone
By Temple St. Clair
Located in Miami, FL
carats. Citrines: Mounted in bezels settings, with 4 oval cabochons cut (8 x 6 x 4 mm), carved from
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1990s Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Moonstone, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

AUGUSTIN JULIA PLANA 1960 Pendant-Travel Watch In Solid 18kt Gold With Lapis
Located in Miami, FL
Lazuli: Mount in bezel settings, with 41 oval flat cabochon cuts carved from natural Afghani blue lapis
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

"Classic Emerald Style" Emerald Cut, Burmese Black Jadeite Jade Engagement Ring
Located in Portland, OR
black jadeite jade actually shows the emerald green color under the light. Bezel set emerald cut stone
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

1966 Ring Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS6 /3.9gr
Located in SE
Vintage Emerald and Diamond ring with wider band. Swedish ring, XX century.Marked 18K. Maker: JP
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

1938 Ring natural Emerald Diamonds solid 18K White Gold ØUS5.75 / 1.9 gr
Located in SE
Elegant Emerald and Diamonds Ring with curved band in solid 18ct White Gold with bezel set
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Earrings Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Tourmaline Pearl 18K Gold/10.3gr
Located in SE
Diamonds ca.0.5 ctw. Color F, G/VS Four Tourmalines of dark Red color cut cabochon, bezel set Ø 4mm / ca
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Vintage 1970s European Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Antique Ring natural 10ct Emerald 1.28 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS4 / 6.3gr
Located in SE
Emerald stone of deep Green color 11 mm x 11 mm x 6 mm deep / ca. 10ct Sixteen old diamond cut Diamonds
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

1954 Nordic Ring solid 18K Gold 3ct Emerald Diamonds ØUS6/ 7.5gr
Located in SE
A ring with medium green cabochon cut natural Emerald bezel set in wired floret in solid 18K Gold
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Antique Ring 0.6 ct Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold ØUS6 / 3.3gr
Located in SE
Elegant Emerald and Diamonds European Ring with curved band in solid 18ct Yellow Gold + bezel set
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Ring natural Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US 5.5 / 3.4 gr
Located in SE
Platinum holding bezel set natural Emerald stone and twenty diamonds, both of old European and rose - cut
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18K Gold 0.24 Ct Diamond Aries Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald, sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
birthstone of your choice. Our collection of zodiac necklaces includes this stunning Diamond Aries piece. All
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...

14K Gold 0.24 Ct Diamond Aries Zodiac bracelet with Ruby Emerald, sapphire stone
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
birthstone of your choice. Our collection of zodiac necklaces includes this stunning Diamond Aries piece. All
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...

Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch 1ctw Ruby 1ctw Emeralds 0.56 ctw Diamonds /7.6gr
Located in SE
Rubies, 13 natural Emeralds and 15 natural Diamonds, both bezel and pave set. Roll-over safety clasp
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Vintage 1950s Egyptian Egyptian Revival Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Gold-filled

1956 Ring natural 1ct. Emerald 8 Diamonds solid 18K Ø 7.5US / 4.4 gr
Located in SE
intage Emerald and Diamond ring in solid 18ct Gold with bezel's top in Platinum / or White Gold
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Vintage 1950s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Antiquee Ring 0.3ct Emerald 0.4ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø US6.25 /3.2g
Located in SE
. The Crown is 17 mm x 13 mm x 3 mm deep. Natural Emerald of oval diamond cut 5 mm x 4 mm x 3 mm deep
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

1933 German Ring natural 0.45ct Emerald Diamonds 18K Gold Silver ØUS7 /2.6 gr
Located in SE
princess cut natural Emerald and Diamonds. Custom ordered, hand - made / purchased in Germany in 1933
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Ring Halo Emerald Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver ØUS 8.25 / 3.6 gr
Located in SE
. Hallmarked 585, no other marks Natural Ø 3.5 mm /0.2 ct Emerald stone accented with 12 rose cut Diamonds
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage Ring 0.85ct Emerald solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø US7 / 3.7gr
Located in SE
Elegant vintage Emerald Ring, the carved band in solid 18ct Yellow Gold + bezel set natural emerald
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Vintage 1950s European Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Finish Ring natural 1ct. Emerald solid 14K Yellow Gold ØUS7.5 / 1 gr
Located in SE
natural cabochon cut Emerald stone of deep Green color 7 mm x 5.5 mm x 3 mm deep / ca. 1 ct Stone show
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Temple St Clair Poison Ring In 18Kt Gold With 11.10 Ctw Diamonds And Moonstone
By Temple St. Clair
Located in Miami, FL
thought to protect the wearer from various calamities and maladies. Diamonds: Mount in a bezel setting
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1990s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ring Sputnik H.Stern Natural 7.5ctw Aquamarine 18K Gold Ø 8.25US /6.2gr
Located in SE
: dome is Ø 23 mm. 19 bezel set diamond cut natural Aquamarine stones with open backs. Stones measure
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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

1930 s German Ring solid 14K Gold 15 ct Citrine Ø6.5 US / 10.7gr
Located in SE
their weight is difficult to determine using the formulas for diamonds with a contemporary cut
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, 14k Gold

Antique Ring natural 35 ct. Citrine solid 14K Rose Gold Ø7.25 US / 17gr
Located in SE
their weight is difficult to determine using the formulas for diamonds with a contemporary cut
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Vintage 1930s Polish Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Temple St Clair Cocktail Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold with 11.26 Cts Oval Moonstone
By Temple St. Clair
Located in Miami, FL
revival patterns and embellished around nine with dots. Moonstone: Mount in the center in a bezel setting
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Late 20th Century Italian Medieval Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Temple St Clair Cocktail Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold with 11.26 Cts Oval Moonstone
By Temple St. Clair
Located in Miami, FL
revival patterns and embellished around nine with dots. Moonstone: Mount in the center in a bezel setting
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Late 20th Century Italian Medieval Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940 Swedish Ring natural 5ct Heliodor Beryl solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.75 /6gr
Located in SE
) around the stone's bezel. Green Emerald, Green Beryl, Yellow Golden Beryl, Heliodor (variety of mix
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Beryl, 18k Gold

Fancy Bezel Three Stone Bezel Round Emerald Heart Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This necklace features round, emerald and heart shaped diamonds on a bead chain and is perfect for
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Capucelli Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Necklace (0.20 ct.) 6.50 mm Bezel Sett
By Capucelli
Located in Great Neck, NY
The Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Necklace is a classic and elegant piece of jewelry that is
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Emerald halo mosaic and round diamond bezel necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This emerald shape mosaic piece features an emerald cut center diamond (0.34ct F VS1) and is
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2010s North American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold

12.46ct Asscher Cut Emerald Pear Shape Diamond Necklace in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
• Number of Asscher Cut Emeralds: 1 • Carat Weight: 5.28ct • Emerald measurements: 10.37 x 10.35mm
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

HalfWay Emerald Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace Half Paperclip Chain (4.00ct.) 18K
By Capucelli
Located in Great Neck, NY
stunning combination of a HalfWay Emerald Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace and a Half Paperclip Chain, crafted
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2010s American Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Capucelli Illusion Emerald Cut Shape Diamond Necklace (0.50 ct.) in14K Gold
By Capucelli
Located in Great Neck, NY
The Horizontal Illusion Rectangular Shape Emerald Cut Diamond Necklace showcases the beauty of few
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

26.50 Carat Emerald Diamond Necklace
Located in Encino, CA
One electronically tested platinum ladies cast & assembled emerald and diamond necklace. Seventeen
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

8.01 Carat Emerald Diamond Necklace
Located in Encino, CA
One electronically tested platinum ladies cast & assembled emerald & diamond necklace. Condition is
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

20.29 Carat Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Encino, CA
One electronically tested platinum ladies cast & assembled emerald and diamond pendant with chain
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

22.32 Carat Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Encino, CA
One electronically tested platinum ladies cast & assembled emerald and diamond pendant with chain
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

18ct White Gold Double Emerald Pendant and Diamond Necklace
Located in Sydney, NSW
, emerald cut, bezel set, with sixty-four round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.93ct tdw, 1.59mm diameter (average
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fine 2.97 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
diamond necklace ablaze with round brilliants and ribbons of baguette diamonds. (Bonus! The emerald drop
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Gold Cherub with Wings Emerald and Diamond Necklace
Located in TRYON, NC
This 18 kt necklace has a cherub face with wings as the central focal point.The emeralds are bezel
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Late 20th Century American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

18ct White Gold Emerald and Diamond Pendant and Necklace
Located in Sydney, NSW
diamonds on an oval link with bezels chain necklet and polish finished. Emerald Weight: 1.70ct Emerald
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond, Emerald and Platinum Necklace
Located in Carmel, CA
This newly made emerald and diamond necklace is handcrafted in platinum with bright white diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

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Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact emerald cut diamond bezel necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing emerald cut diamond bezel necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Alexandra Mor and Roman Malakov each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also asscher cut and heart cut versions for sale. Finding an emerald cut diamond bezel necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Necklace?

The price for an emerald cut diamond bezel necklace starts at $1,445 and tops out at $28,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,500.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.

This Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace Is an Heirloom in the Making

With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.

[Survey] Two-Thirds of Jewelry Gift Recipients Don’t Want to Be Surprised

Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.

Next-Level Pearls That Go Well Beyond the Expected

Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.

7 Vibrant Jewels for a Breezy Late-Summer Wardrobe

Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.

Whether Worn Alone or Layered, These Chain Link Necklaces Are Trending

Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.

Meet the Dapper, Mustachioed Parisian Who’s Tops in Crafting Enticing Jewels

After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.